5km Races Found
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The findarace.com calendar lists hundreds of 5k races across the UK every year - there's almost one for every day of the year. 5km is one of the most popular race distances, and with a bit of training its relatively achievable for most ages, shapes and sizes - as a result they make perfect family fun runs that multiple generations can take part in and enjoy.
A 5k race is also a perfect goal for a beginner or new runner who hasn't taken part in an organised race before - it's a great, fun introduction to the raceday experience. 5k races are also popular with more seasoned runners looking to keep their running short, sharp, and fast - we list the fastest and flattest 5km races in the UK (as well as the craziest and hardest).
If you would prefer to run your 5k on your own (or at a convenient time and location for you) then check out our list of the best Virtual 5k runs.
Looking for the best 5km races? Sort the event list below by "Top Rated" (we have hundreds of genuine reviews and ratings from previous participants) - plus insights from the findarace.com experts to help you discover, compare and book the perfect race for you.
Looking for 5k Runs near you? Use the location buttons and filters to narrow down your search and find 5k runs near you - we list races all over the UK, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol and Scotland.
Looking for 5k races tomorrow or this weekend? Sort the event list below by "Date" to see the soonest races, but please note many races don't accept on-the-day entries, and Organisers often stop taking bookings a several days (and up to a week) before a race so they have time to organise race packs, bib numbers, medals, water etc. If you're super keen to run with others this weekend but have left it too late for a race then you could check your local parkrun to see if it is taking place.
So whether you want to pinpoint your first running goal, or you’re an experienced runner looking for a fast route to beat your 5k Personal Best (PB) check out our comprehensive 2025 - 2026 5k race calendar below!
Looking to get started with running but want to know a little more? Check out our top running tips for beginners or find out the benefits of running for 30 minutes.
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5k Run Calendar 2025 - 2026
Cookham Run 5K and 10K
Maidenhead, BerkshireRace for Life Watford Pretty Muddy 5k
Watford, HertfordshireRace for Life Watford 5k
Watford, HertfordshireIsle of Wight Festival of Running
West Wight Sports and Community Centre, Moa Place, Freshwater, PO40 9XHRace for Life Liverpool - Aintree 5k
Liverpool, MerseysideValley of the Owls Run - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXRace for Life Milton Keynes 5k
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireMy Name'5 Doddie Foundation 5K, 10K and kids 950m
Edinburgh, MidlothianCheltenham Running Festival 5k, 10k, Half Marathon & Juniors
Cheltenham, GloucestershireRace for Life Redditch 5k
Redditch, WorcestershireCheddar Gorge Challenge (Marathon, Half, 10km, 6km, Fun Runs)
Bristol, SomersetRace for Life Salisbury 5k
Salisbury, WiltshireThe Summer Lucky Dip Run
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SURace for Life Sheffield 5k
Sheffield, South YorkshirePHOENIX - Are We There Yet Denbies
Dorking, SurreyRace for Life Bury St Edmunds 5k
Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkRunWisborough 10k & 5k
Village Green, Wisborough Green, West Sussex, RH14 0BNRace for Life Darlington 5k
Darlington, County DurhamTewinbury Trail 5K & 10K
Welwyn Garden City, HertfordshireRace for Life Derby 5k
Derby, DerbyshireBradleys Exmouth 5km & 10km - Spring
Exmouth, DevonRace for Life Folkestone 5k
Folkestone, KentRace for Life Hastings 5k
Hastings, East SussexBrighton TEN
Brighton, Brighton and Hove, Brighton and HoveCHASE THE SUN QE OLYMPIC PARK 5k & 10k
LondonRace for Life Blackburn 5k
Blackburn, LancashirePHOENIX Fridays - Friday the 13th
Sunbury on Thames, MiddlesexRace for Life Basildon 5k
Basildon, EssexRace for Life Basildon Pretty Muddy 5k
Basildon, EssexRace for Life Glasgow Pretty Muddy 5k
Motherwell, LanarkshireRace for Life Wakefield 5k
Wakefield, West YorkshireRace for Life Wakefield Pretty Muddy 5k
Wakefield, West YorkshireTatton Park 5k & 10k
Knutsford, CheshireQuendon and Rickling RunFest - 1k, 5k & 10k
Saffron Walden, EssexPHOENIX - Rainbow Dolphin Run
Sunbury on Thames, MiddlesexThe Hardwick Hobble - Summer 2025
Chesterfield, DerbyshireInflatable 5K - Leeds
Leeds, Harewood, West YorkshireMy Little Care Bear Run
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SURace for Life Doncaster 5k
Doncaster, South YorkshireRace for Life Dundee 5k
Dundee, AngusFINSBURY PARK 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON
London5K Run FAQs
What are the most popular 5km races right now?
What are the most popular 5km races right now?
The 5 most popular 5k races in the last 2 weeks on findarace.com are:
- Supernova Run London - 27/11/21
- Run Northumberland Hexham - 31/10/21
- Hamsterley Forest Runner - 24/10/21
- Two Tunnels Railway Race - 24/10/21
- Greenwich Park 5k & 10k - 28/11/21
How many miles is a 5k?
How many miles is a 5k?
A 5k race is roughly 3.1miles.
What's the average time to run 5k?
What's the average time to run 5k?
The average finish time for a 5k run in the UK is roughly 33 minutes.
How long should it take to run 5k?
How long should it take to run 5k?
A 30 minute target is a popular goal for beginner 5k runners, with intermediate runners often looking for a 24-26 minute finish time and experienced or "Club" runners often gunning for a sub 20 minute 5k. For context, the fastest 5km parkrun time is 13.48 by our friend Andy Baddeley of The Running Channel.
What's a good time to run 5k?
What's a good time to run 5k?
Ultimately a good time for a 5k run is a personal thing - run it as fast as you can without injuring yourself!
How many calories does a 5k run burn?
How many calories does a 5k run burn?
If you’re thinking of picking your first run challenge or just getting started, check out our article on all of the benefits of running for just 30 minutes.
There are lots of factors which impact this - especially weight and pace - but as a rough rule of thumb a 5k will burn 300-400 calories (approximately 100 calories per mile).
5k Charity Runs
5k Charity Runs
Taking part in a 5k race is a great way to fundraise for charity. You can raise money for any charity at any 5k race that you enter on findarace.com , and we've made it easy for you to get in touch with some of the UK's most popular charities. Just select the charity you'd like to support when you make your booking and they will be in touch to help support your fundraising and training.